KENYA MEDICAL TRAINING COLLEGE

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CERTIFICATION BODY: Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS).
TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES 2022/2023 ACADEMIC (MARCH 2023 INTAKE)
The Kenya Medical Training College invites applications from qualified candidates for admission into Medical Courses for the 23 Certificate in Health Records Mean Grade C-, C- in English or Kiswahili and D in Biology/ Biological Sciences
academic year 2022/2023– MARCH 2023 PRESERVICE & INSERVICE INTAKES in our campuses situated in different parts of and Information
the country. The successful candidates will join the College in March 2023. All applications shall be made ONLINE with an Technology (For Form 4 D- in Mathematics and D+ in any one of the following: Physics/Physical Sciences,
application fee of Kshs. 2022 payable via MPESA pay bill No. 964150 following the procedure outlined on the KMTC website leavers) Chemistry, General Science, Computer Studies, Agriculture, Home Science, Eco-
(www.kmtc.ac.ke). Should you require any clarification concerning the application process please call any of the following nomics, Geography, Commerce and Business Studies
numbers 0736993813, 0736212060, 0723000429, 0723004516 or send an enquiry email to admissions@kmtc.ac.ke. You can
also get help on the application process from the nearest KMTC campus. 24 Certificate in Health Records Mean Grade D+, D+ in English or Kiswahili, D- in Mathematics
andInformation
Course duration: Certificate Courses: 2 Years Technology (In Service cat- ** This course targets those working in the records department but have no
Diploma Courses: 3 Years egory) professional qualifications
Higher Diploma Courses –2 years inclusive of 6 months mentorship attachment
25 Certificate in Nutrition & Mean Grade D+, D+ in English or Kiswahili and D in Biology /Biological Sciences
THE CONTENTS OF THIS ADVERTISEMENT OVERIDE ALL PREVIOUS ADVERTISEMENTS AS FAR AS THE MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIRE- Dietetics
MENTS FOR THE COURSES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE CONCERNED D in Chemistry/Physical Science

PRESERVICE COURSES (FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES) D in any one of the following: Home Science, Physics, Agriculture, Mathematics,
General Science
NO COURSES SPECIFIC MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
26 Certificate in Medical Engi- Mean Grade C-, C- In English or Kiswahili, D in Mathematics and D- in Physics/
1 Diploma in Mean Grade C-, D+ in English or Kiswahili and D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences neering Physical Sciences
Nutrition & D+ in Chemistry/Physical Science
Dietetics D in any one of the following: Home Science, Agriculture, Mathematics, Physics, Physi- D in any one of the following: - Chemistry, Biology/Biological Sciences, Electricity,
cal Sciences, General Science Metal Work, Technical Drawing.

2 Diploma in Clin- Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili, and C in Biology/Biological Sciences, 27 Certificate in Public Health Mean Grade C-, C- in English or Kiswahili
ical Medicine & C- in Chemistry/Physical Sciences
Surgery D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences and D in Mathematics
C- in any one of the following: Mathematics, Physics/Physical Sciences
D in any one of the following: Home Science, Physics, Chemistry, Agriculture,
3 Diploma in Health Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and C- in Mathematics Building Construction, Technical Drawing, Electricity or Wood Work
Records and
Information D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences 28 Certificate in Community Foundations Course in Community Health Course or Community Health & Devel-
Technology Health Assistant (Upgrading) opment Course
C- in any one of the following: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Studies,
Agriculture, Home Science, Economics, Geography, Commerce, Business Studies 29 Certificate in Orthopaedic Mean Grade C-, C- In English or Kiswahili, and C- in Biology/ Biological Sciences
Trauma Medicine
4 Diploma in Med- Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences and Chemistry/ D+ in any one of the following:, Mathematics, Physics/Physical Science, Chem-
ical Laboratory Physical Sciences istry, Woodwork, Metal work, Technical Drawing, Home, Science, Agriculture,
Sciences Computer Studies
C in any one of the following: - Physics/Physical Sciences, Mathematics
30 Certificate in Mean Grade C-, C- in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences
5 Diploma in Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and C- in Biology Community Health Nursing
Physiotherapy D+ in any one of the following: - Chemistry, Physics/Physical Science, Mathemat-
C- in any two of the following: -Chemistry , Mathematics , Physics/ Physical Sciences ics
6 Diploma in Medi- Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Mathematics and Physics/Physical Sciences 31 Certificate in Mean Grade C-, D+ in English or Kiswahili
cal Engineering Community Health Assistant
C- in any one of the following: - Biology/Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Electricity, D in Biology/Biological Sciences
Metal Work, Technical Drawing
D in any one of the following: Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics/Physical Sciences,
7 Diploma in Public Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences Agriculture, Home Science
Health
C- in Mathematics and any one of the following: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry 32 Certificate in Medical Emer- Mean Grade of C-, Course duration 1 year
gency Technician
8 Diploma in Health Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and C- in Biology/Biological Sciences
Promotion 33 Diploma in Mortuary Science Mean Grade of C-,
D+ in any one of the following: Mathematics, Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry
(NEW)
9 Diploma in Medi- Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and C- in Biology/Biological Sciences
34 Diploma in Mortuary Science Mean Grade of C-,
cal Social Work
C- in any one of the following: Chemistry, Physics/Physical Sciences, Mathematics, (NEW)
Home Science, Agriculture, Business Studies and Geography, History, CRE and IRE
UPGRADING COURSES (FROM CERTIFICATE TO DIPLOMA QUALIFICATIONS)
10 Diploma in Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and C- in Biology/Biological Sciences
Intake
Occupational Course Entry Requirements Duration Campus
C- in any one of the following: - Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, Month
Therapy
Agriculture, Home Science
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING
11 Diploma in Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences
1. Diploma in Certificate in Community Health Nurs- 2 Years March Garissa, Kisii
Community Oral
C- in any two of the following: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics Community ing (KECN). Registration by the Nursing 2023
Health
Health Nursing Council of Kenya
12 Diploma in Dental Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Physics/Physical Sciences or Chemistry (Distance Learning) 2 Years post-graduation experience
Technology
C- in Biology/Biological Sciences and in any one of the following: Metal Work, Physics, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Physical Science, Chemistry, Mathematics
2. Diploma in Public Certificate in Environmental Health 2 years March Karuri, Lake Victoria,
13 Diploma in Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Mathematics Health (Upgrading) Sciences Two years working experi- 2023 Kuria
Optometry ence
C- in the following: - Biology/ Biological Sciences, Physics/Physical Sciences
DEPARMENT OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES
14 Diploma in Kenya Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences.
Registered Nurs- 3. Diploma in Medical Certificate in Medical Laboratory Sci- 2 years March Lake Victoria- (Full Time)
ing & Midwifery C- in any one of the following: Chemistry or Physics/Physical Science or Mathematics Laboratory Sciences ences. Registration by the KMLTTB 2023
(Upgrading)
15 Diploma in Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Physics/Physical Sciences and Biology/
Radiography & Biological Sciences DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL ENGINEERING
Imaging (Medical
C- in any one of the following: - Mathematics, Chemistry 4. Diploma in Medical Certificate in Medical Engineering. 2 years March Kilifi, Loitokitok and
Imaging Sciences)
Engineering 2023 Meru
16 Diploma in Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Chemistry/Physical Science and Biology or (Upgrading)
Pharmacy Biological Sciences
DEPARTMENT OF NUTRTION & DIETETICS
C in any one of the following: - Physics/Physical Sciences or Mathematics
5. Diploma in Nutrition Holder of a Certificate in Community 2 years March Karen, Nyandarua,
17 Diploma in Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences & Dietetics (Upgrad- Nutrition/Nutrition & Dietetics/Food 2023 Makueni, Molo, Lodwar
Registered Nurs- ing) Science & Nutrition and Chwele
ing, Mental Health C- in any one of the following: Chemistry or Physics/Physical Science or Mathematics KNEC Certificate in Nutrition & Dietet-
& Psychiatry ics for TVET graduates, Registration
by KNDI
18 Diploma in Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili, C in Biology/Biological Sciences
Orthopaedic & DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH RECORDS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Trauma Medicine C- in any one of the following: Physics/Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics
6. Diploma in Health Certificate in Health Records and 2 years March Bondo, Isiolo, Kaptumo,
19 Diploma in Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and C- in Biology/Biological Sciences Records and Information 2023 Kitui, Kuria, Lugari, Man-
Orthopaedic Information za, Mombasa, Msambwe-
Technology D+ in any one of the following: - Physics/Physical Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, (Upgrading) ni, Muranga, Nairobi,
Woodwork, Metal Work, Technical Drawing Nakuru, Nyamache,
Rachuonyo, Rera, Siaya
20 Diploma in Health Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences
and Webuye
Counselling
C- in any one of the following: Religious Studies or History
7. Diploma in Certificate in Community Health from 2 years March Manza, Rachuonyo
21 Diploma in Com- Mean Grade C, C in English or Kiswahili and Biology/Biological Sciences Community Health KMTC 2023
munity Health (Upgrading) (NEW)
Nursing C- in any one of the following: Chemistry, Physics/Physical Science, Mathematics
DEPARTMENT OF ORTHOPEDIC & TRAUMA MEDICINE
22 Diploma in Mean Grade of C (Plain), C- in English or Kiswahili, D+ in Biology/Biological Sciences.
8. Diploma in Certificate in Orthopaedics Plaster 2 Years March Nairobi, Nakuru,
Community
D in any one of the following: Mathematics, Chemistry, Home science, Agriculture, Orthopaedics and Technology/ Certificate in Orthopaedic 2023 Makindu, Kangundo,
Health
Physics or Physical Science. Trauma Medicine Trauma Medicine Port Reitz
(Upgrading)
 DEPARTMENT OF ORTHOPEDIC & TRAUMA MEDICINE DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACY

9 Diploma in Mortuary Certificate in Mortuary Science from a 2 Years March Nairobi 18 Higher Diploma Diploma in Pharmacy OR Diploma in Phar- 2 years March Nairobi
Science (Upgrading) recognized insitution 2023 in Renal Phar- maceutical Technology from an institution (inclusive 2023
macy recognized by the Pharmacy and Poisons of 6 months
HIGHER DIPLOMA/POSTBASIC COURSES Board.Three Years Post Qualification Working mentorship
(NOTE: ALL Higher Diploma Courses are for a period of 24 months, 18 months in class and 6 months mentorship attachment) Experience in the Medical Field attachment
Course Registered with the Pharmacy & Poisons Board.
S/ Intake Applicants must have met the Minimum Entry
Course Minimum Entry Requirements Dura- Campus
No Month Requirements for a Diploma in Pharmacy/
tion
Pharmaceutical Technology
DEPARTMENT OF NURSING
DEPARTMENT OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICTS
1.Higher Diploma in Nursing:
19 Higher Diploma Bsc Nutrition & Dietetics, Diploma in Nutrition 2 years March Karen
a Critical Care Nursing Diploma in Nursing or in Community 2 years March Nairobi, Kilifi in Nutrition and & Dietetics /Diploma in Community Nutrition (inclusive 2023
Health Nursing(KRN/KRCHN), Diploma (inclu- 2023 Dietetics (Renal from KMTC or any other institution recognized of 6 months
b Paediatric Nursing in Nursing (KRN/KRM), 1 year post sive of 6 Kisumu Nutrition) by KMTC mentorship
diploma experience months (NEW) attachment
c Nephrology Nursing Nairobi, Nakuru and
men- Embu
torship DEPARTMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
d Family Health Nursing attach- Nairobi 20 Higher Diploma Diploma in Occupational Therapy from a recog- 2 years March Nairobi
(Distance Learning) ment in Occupational nized institution (inclusive 2023
Therapy (Renal of 6 months
Rehabilitation) mentorship
e Kenya Registered Kisii, Mombasa
(NEW) attachment
Nurse Anaesthesia
SHORT COURSES
f Oncology Nursing Mosoriot
Fees
Course Description Target Group Campus Duration
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH (KES)
2. Higher Diploma in Public Health:
HIV The course prepares partici- Health workers Anyone Lake Victoria 3 weeks 24,500
a Epidemiology Diploma in Environmental Health Sci- 2 years March Nairobi Training pants to provide comprehen- interested in working Nairobi
ences, KRCHN, Clinical Medicine, Medi- (inclu- 2023 and Coun- sive HIV Testing Services (HTS), in HIV/AIDS programs Kisumu
cal Laboratory Sciences, Pharmacy, sive of 6 seling strengthen linkage to care and (minimum Diploma) Machakos
Nutrition, Health Records & Informa- months services treatment and other post-test Homa Bay
tion, Community Oral Health men- (HTS) services, define target popu- Nakuru
torship lations who may particularly Mwingi
attach- benefit from HIV testing ser- Nyeri
ment vices (accredited by Nascop) Kaptumo

b Higher Diploma in Medical Social Work Diploma in Medical Social 2 years (inclusive of March Karuri Adher- The course equips participants Those with certificate Nairobi 1 Week 16,500
(Gender Based Violence) (NEW) Work or Diploma/degree 6 months mentorship 2023 ence with knowledge & skills to in HTS, health or social Lake Victoria full time
in Social Work with expe- attachment Counsel- motivate persons living with sciences, counseling Homa Bay + 1 month
rience working in a health ing HIV/AIDS to maintain their community health & Machakos practicum/
facility or Diploma in any treatment and adhere to guide- development. Nakuru mentorship
health science course from lines provided (Must have done VCT Mwingi
Kenya Medical Training counseling)
College or from any other
institution recognized in Echocardi- The course enables the Radiographers, Nairobi 3 months 90,500
Kenya ography participants to perform and Healthcare profes- (part-time)
interpret echocardiograms sionals with strong
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL EDUCATION and ultrasound imaging of background Anatomy &
the heart and blood flow, gain physiology.
3 Higher Diploma in Medical Education Diploma in any one of the 2 years (inclusive of March Nairobi expert understanding of the
Health Care professions, 6 months mentorship 2023
latest scientific laboratory
basic knowledge in Computer attachment
equipment including use of the
is necessary
clinical skills laboratory and
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL EDUCATION echocardiographic machines

4 Higher Diploma in Addictive Sciences Diploma in any health 2 years (inclusive of March Mathare Safe Phle- The course gives participants Laboratory technicians, Nairobi 3 days 15,500
related course from KMTC 6 months mentorship 2023 botomy knowledge and skills to technologists, scien- Port Reitz
OR any other recognized attachment perform safe phlebotomy, tists, medical officers, Lake Victoria
institution provide quality specimens for clinical officers, nurses, Nyeri
laboratory tests, handle phle- other certificate or di- Kitui
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT botomy equipment and avoid ploma in health related Machakos
occupational exposure. course
5 Higher Diploma in Health Systems Man- Diploma in a Health 2 years (inclusive of March Nairobi
agement (Distance Learning) related course or a BSc. In 6 months mentorship 2023 Point The course prepares par- Practicing midwifes. Nairobi 6 months 100,500
health related course from attachment of Care ticipants to be proficient in Minimum qualification full time
a recognized institution Ultra- using computer for daily office Certificate in Nursing
sound for work, a basic requirement for (ECHN, KRCHN, BsN)
DEPARTMENT OF RADIOGRAPHY & IMAGING
Midwifes employment.
6 Higher Diploma in Radiography & Imag- Diploma in Radiography 2 years (inclusive of March Nairobi,
Regional This course prepares partic- HND in Anaesthesia Nairobi 6 months 80,500
ing (Ultrasonography) and Imaging (Medical 6 months mentorship 2023 Kisumu
anaesthe- ipants to perform regional (Clinical Medicine or fulltime
Imaging Science) or its attachment
7 Higher Diploma in Radiography & Nairobi sia and blocks, manage acute pain and Nursing)
Equivalent from a recog-
Imaging – (Radiation Therapy) Acute pain improve perioperative care.
nized training institution
Manage- They will be able to prepare
8 Higher Diploma in Radiography & Imag- Nairobi ment and utilize nerve block equip-
ing – (Computed Tomography) ment such as point of care
ultrasound.
9 Higher Diploma in Radiography & Nairobi
Imaging – (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) Upper The course equips partici- Practicing Occupational Nairobi 2 weeks- 25,500
Extremity pants with current knowledge therapists (minimum Blended
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOTHERAPY
Splinting and skills to more efficiently qualification Diploma) (1 week
10 Higher Diploma in Physiotherapy (Ortho- Practising physiother- 2 years (inclusive of March Nairobi in Occu- manage injuries and conditions online, 1
pedic Manual Physiotherapy apist registered by the 6 months mentorship 2023 pational of the upper extremity through week on
Physiotheaapy Council attachment therapy splinting campus).
11 Higher Diploma in Physiotherapy of Kenya (PCK) or other
(Neuro-rehabilitation) Communi- This course prepares partic- Community based Mathari 12 weeks 25,500
Physiotherapy regulatory
ty Mental ipants to promote mental workers, Community Port Reitz Distance
12 Higher Diploma in Physiotherapy bodies recognized by PCK.
Health health in the community, pro- Health Volunteers/ Muranga learn-
(Pelvic Rehabilitation) Must be holders of valid
vide mental health ‘first aid’, assistants, religious ing, with
practising licence
recognize and refer clients, and leaders & other com- on-campus
13 Higher Diploma in Physiotherapy support recovery & integration munity gatekeepers; module
(Cardiopulmonary) of clients with mental health academic- KCPE/ability introductory
DEPARTMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY disorders. to read and write. sessions.

14 Higher Diploma in Community Based Diploma in any one of the 2 years (inclusive of March Nairobi Interna- The course is designed to Healthcare workers Coordinated 6 weeks 10,000
Rehabilitation (Distance Learning) Health Care Professions 6 months mentorship 2023 tional prepare participants for and anyone interest- from Nairobi (online,
from KMTC or other recog- attachment English IELTS (International English ed in sitting for the evening
nized institutions Language Language Testing System) and International English classes)
Course OET (Occupational English Language Tests (IELTS
DEPARMENT OF ORTHOPEDIC TECHNOLOGY Language Test) in preparation & OET)
for study/migration abroad.
15 Higher Diploma in Diploma in Orthopaedic 2 years (inclusive of March Nairobi
Orthopaedic Technology (Orthotics) Technology 6 months mentorship 2023 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH PROMOTION & COMMUNITY HEALTH
attachment
16 Higher Diploma in Certificate Be a serving Community Health Assis- Health Nairobi 4 Months Ksh.
Orthopaedic Technology (Prosthetics) in Com- tant / Community Health Officer or have Care 53,700
munity qualification in any of the following fields: Workers
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH PROMOTION & COMMUNITY HEALTH Health Health Promotion, Community Health Nurse,
17 Higher Diploma in Community Health & Diploma in any one of the 2 years (inclusive of March Nairobi Extension Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Health
HIV / Health Care Health Care professions 6 months mentorship 2023 Work Records and Information, Health Systems
attachment (Short Management, Population Health, Anthropol-
Course) ogy, Community Development, Community
Health, Community Oral Health, Counselling,
Dr. Kelly Oluoch , Nutrition, Psychology, Public Health, Social
Work and Sociology or its equivalent field
Chief Executive Officer, from a recognized institution
December 2022.